There was a meeting at the club today and I really didn't want to go. I still haven't told my dad that I didn't have the abortion. He came over to comfort me but I just didn't have the guts to tell him I didn't do as he asked. Brittney finally guessed it and moved into my house with me. When I walked in all eyes were on me and I saw men I've never seen before. It was noon so the club was closed and quiet. It seemed weird being here during the day but it was just as beautiful as it was at night . " Look who decided to bless us with her presents. " my dad yelled . I smiled and sat at the table next to him.

" I'm sorry daddy I just didn't feel quite well today. May I ask what this is about and why is everyone here?" He squinted his eyes at me and put on a fake smile.

"Well darling these are old friends of mine from New York. They were just telling us how we got ourselves in a nasty situation. Mr. Cruz family isn't happy and would love to end your life and won't stop till they have and we are trying to see what we are going to do about it." He said like it was nothing .

" Your army isn't big enough to deal with them , with you being close to the border and all. Nice to meet you Mila " the older gentlemen across from me said. I rubbed my temple and rolled my eyes.

" I thought who he is associated with doesn't matter father. Why is it a problem now. With that weak ass attempt on my life they did last time , I feel I have nothing to worry about. "

The men at the table laughed like it was the funniest joke in the world to them.

" You have no idea who your fucking with child and you better hope and pray G doesn't take them up on there offer to wash you and your father out." A black guy at the end of the table said.

" G is weak he can't do a damn thing." My dad boasted.

" He's far from weak and you know that. Teaming up with the cartel could wipe you and your people off the map. I think it's time to call your people and swallow your pride Miles" the black guy said.

" I would never!" Miles said slamming his hand on the table.

" Think of your daughter ..."

" This meeting is over and thank you once again for coming." My dad said interrupting him. The men shook hands and left the building. When they left I decided to confront my dad.

" Why can't we call my grandfathers again? You know they will do anything for me and for you." He stood up and pointed his finger in my face.

" I can protect my own daughter and I won't give neither one of your grandfathers the satisfaction. " he yelled. I gasped and put my hand on my forehead.

"So your pride won't let you keep your own fucking daughter and grandchild safe. Well it looks like I'll just give G a call" I screamed.

My dad slapped me so hard I flew from the chair onto the floor.

" You stupid ass girl ! Don't you ever disrespect me like that again. Get rid of the bastard or I'll give your ass right over to the cartel. You will not carry Gs nasty ass bloodline inside of you." He yelled kicking me in the stomach. I held my stomach and tried to catch my breathe.

" Miles what the fuck man. " Mike yelled pushing my dad back. "This is your daughter man. Chill! Your problem is with G not her man." My dad looked at me and tried to reach for me. I moved away from him and ran behind Hannibal.

" I'm so sorry Mila. There's no reason to be scared of me baby. I'm really really sorry." He cried out.

" I'm not scared of you but I'm scared of what I might do to you daddy . I'm keeping my baby and I'll handle this on my own." I yelled as I walked out. He called my name over and over but I never turned around. My whole body shook in anger. He just keep underestimating me.

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" Who killed Mila mom?"

" My brother Gabriel! That's why I sent you all away. If Miles had his way our whole blood line would have been wiped from this Earth a long time ago." I didn't know if my dad were telling the truth or not but it was crazy how things that happened when we were little kids can just shake our whole lives.

" Why he kill her ? What did he have to gain from all this?" He shrugged and put his cigarette out. " It was just about opportunity. She wasn't what people thought she was. She slept with niggas and would rob them blind. There were so many niggas that wanted her head and her settling down with Miles was just a bonus. Kill two birds with one stone." he said looking off into space. I nodded and sat listening to his every word.

" They tortured and killed my brother like he was nothing. It makes me sick every time I think about what his body looked like when we finally found him. There was so much blood shed that year on both sides , so we made a truce. He don't touch my family or step in my hood we would return the favor. Little did I know why he agreed. If I would have knew about Mila I would have slaughtered her like a damn animal and hung her in front of his front step." I mugged him and scooted away from him.

" This is my baby mama you talking about." I said causing him to snap out of his weird trance. He shrugged and smiled.

" That's the only reason I will let her breathe and leave her alone. Besides I know it kills him to see you together and to know she's carrying your child. It's the same reason your mother cried when the girl left the house. Damn this shit fell like Deja Vu."

" Be a man and handle your shit. It will take a minute but everyone else will come around. " he said getting off my bed and walking out the room. I have a red eye flight booked so be ready. "Don't make me have to come drag your ass out of this nasty ass dump you call a house."